What origin is the name Veronica?

Veronica comes from Spanish naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same spanish tradition pair naturally with Veronica — for example Mateo, Diego, Carlos. You can browse more on our spanish names page.

Veronica

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Veronica

Veronica

Girl

Spanish

4 syllables

Veronica is a Spanish girl's name meaning "Truth and purity.".

With Spanish roots, Veronica is a girl name that means "Truth and purity.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 4 syllables.

Origin: Spanish
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 4

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Truth and purity.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Nicknames & short forms

Ronnie

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What does Veronica mean?

Veronica is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning "Truth and purity.".

How popular is Veronica?

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